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Portraiture photography posts. This is our favorite type of photography. We especially love on-location shoots. There is just something naturally magical about environmental portraits.

Super fun beach photos

Thursday, March 11th 2010,   by alldoneup   |   12 Comments
After seeing some of Millie’s beach photos, the girls were excited to get out there and get a few of their own! We always have fun shooting at the beach, so we made it a date and crossed our fingers for good weather. On that day, the usual bright sun made things challenging…but it was [...]
Also posted in: Photography   |   Tags: beach portrait, Nikon 50mm f1.8, Nikon D90, portrait photographer, strobist   |   12 Comments

Photography tips: Using a reflector

Thursday, March 4th 2010,   by tyger   |   8 Comments
I thought I’d post a few photos that were taken using natural light with a reflector. A reflector is one of the least expensive source of light you can get. A reflector bounces light and can serve as either a main light or fill light. When shooting outdoors, it’s a great way to add extra [...]
Also posted in: Photography, Photography Tips, Tutorials   |   Tags: natural light, Nikon 50mm f1.8, Nikon d700, photography tips, reflector   |   8 Comments

California dreamin: beach photos

Monday, March 1st 2010,   by tyger   |   11 Comments
Seven years ago, I met one of my cousins for the very first time. I was so happy to have been able to meet more of my family from my father’s side. It was a long overdue meeting; thankfully, we had so much in common… we naturally became close friends. I bring up the seven [...]
Also posted in: Photography   |   Tags: Crystal Cove, Nikon 85mm f1.4, Nikon d700, SB600 speedlight, strobist   |   11 Comments

California winters are awesome

Wednesday, February 17th 2010,   by alldoneup   |   9 Comments
I grew up in the Midwest where winters were a major pain in the butt. We’re so spoiled over here in California (winter: 70 degrees! are you kidding me?). I just don’t appreciate the 3-4 months of snow like I use to when I was a little kid. Back then I couldn’t wait for a [...]
Also posted in: Photography, Photography Tips   |   Tags: Nikon 50mm f1.8, Nikon d700, Nikon D90, photography tips, portrait photography, radio popper, strobist, Tamron 28-75mm f2.8, warm winter   |   9 Comments

Shoot anytime anywhere: Broad daylight photos

Monday, February 15th 2010,   by tyger   |   15 Comments
Continuing our recent theme of shooting anytime and anywhere… today’s post is about shooting under broad daylight. Everyone has taken the “raccoon eyes” type of photos. You know? The kind where someone suggests the whole group turn towards the sun so all your faces are lit up. What usually results from this? First off, everyone [...]
Also posted in: Photography, Photography Tips, Tutorials   |   Tags: broad daylight, Nikon 50mm f1.8, Nikon 85mm f1.4, Nikon d700, radio popper, strobist   |   15 Comments

Shoot anytime anywhere: nighttime photos

Saturday, February 13th 2010,   by tyger   |   7 Comments
Continuing with the recent theme: Get motivated, go out there and shoot anytime anywhere!.. here are some night time photos I’d like to share. Just because the sun goes down doesn’t mean you can’t take any nice photos. At some point or time, we’ve all taken the kinds of photos at night where bright [...]
Also posted in: Photography, Photography Tips, Tutorials   |   Tags: bokeh, nighttime photography, Nikon 85mm f1.4, Nikon d700, strobist   |   7 Comments

Rainy day fun

Thursday, February 11th 2010,   by tyger   |   10 Comments
Who says you can’t have fun in the rain? Tired of being rained in so often these past few weeks, we took out an umbrella and said what the heck. I mean, c’mon it’s Southern California right?… it’s not supposed to rain this often. Anyways, even though it was a bit big on her, [...]
Also posted in: Photography   |   Tags: natural light, Nikon 85mm f1.4, Nikon d700, rain, the red balloon   |   10 Comments

Baby Felicity photos

Wednesday, February 10th 2010,   by alldoneup   |   15 Comments
We recently had a baby portrait session with this super duper squishable little princess and I have to say taking photos of kids/babies can be a real challenge… what with the goofy smiles, tantrums, short attention spans, and bladder control issues -ok, I’m guilty of all that too but that’s beside the point- BUT, omg, [...]
Also posted in: Kids, Photography   |   Tags: baby photographer, baby portraits, Nikon 85mm f1.4, Nikon d700   |   15 Comments

Snow photoshoot: Ice Queen

Sunday, February 7th 2010,   by tyger   |   21 Comments
I have always wanted to do a snow shoot. A month ago while in Wisconsin, I was -this- close to getting one done… but Kay’s sister bailed out because… well because it was 12 degrees out. =/ So we left frigid Wisconsin with nothing more than a picture of me showing cheese-head country what [...]
Also posted in: Photography   |   Tags: Nikon 85mm f1.4, Nikon d700, portrait photography, snow   |   21 Comments

Traditional Hmong dress

Thursday, February 4th 2010,   by tyger   |   2 Comments
I was going through some of our older photos taken last year and found these pictures. I can’t believe we forgot to post these photos of our traditional Hmong dress. The traditional Hmong dress is so beautiful. Its hand stitched needle work and vibrant colors make it so wonderful to look at. Traditionally worn during [...]
Also posted in: Photography   |   Tags: crosslighting, Nikon 50mm f1.8, Nikon d700, traditional Hmong dress   |   2 Comments